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Bible [English]. [The Holy Bible, containing the Old Testament and the New. Printed at London: By Robert Barker, printer to the Kings most excellent Maiestie, 1640 King James Bible of 1640 with metal clasps bearing the Tudor rose, with the complete text of the Old and New Testament according to the Authorized King James Version, intended “to be read in churches†since its appearance in the 17th century. It includes the Apocrypha books. Bound with Genealogies , Whole Book of Psalms , and the doctrine of the Old and New Testament, The Old and New Testament frontispieces are present. The Bible incorporates dozens of genealogical engravings meticulously delineated that depict lineages and generations through woodcut illustrations, tracing family lines from Adam, through the patriarchs, to Jesus. These visual genealogies allowed the reader to follow biblical history more clearly, understand theological connections, and approach the Scriptures more vividly, integrating art and text in a synthesis that strengthened both learning and devotion. The Bible completed with a grand engraved shield, rich in symbolic composition, and a detailed map that geographically situates the biblical territories and settings, forming a notable iconographic apparatus that enriches and contextualizes the sacred text. Historical binding with two elegant original intact metal clasps, an exceptional detail that not only adds beauty and character to the piece but also reflects its function and care over nearly four centuries. The clasps also feature Tudor rose engravings, a traditional symbol of England. ( heraldic emblem of the English royal house since the 15th century) approximately 2500 pages (pages unnumbered as is common in these Bibles), COMPLETE Original hand tooled gilt leather binding with metal clasps, in good overall condition, with some scuffs and wear consistent with age, as shown in photos. Spine with four raised bands decorated with golden vegetal motifs. The interior is in good overall condition. Some wear, occasional faded stains. Size 4 1/2 by 6 3/4" Text in English
Reserve: $2,590.00
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Reserve: $2,590.00
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1640 BIBLE in ENGLISH by ROBERT BARKER antique ORIGINAL BINDING w/ CLASPS KJV
Estimate $3,000-$3,500
Starting Price
$1,200
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Ink of Ages: 15th-19th Century Antique Books
Jul 02, 2026 7:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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